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MNCs in the News-2018-06-08

China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announces two new negative lists will be put forth by end of June. China’s State Administration of Market Regulation probes foreign chipmakers because of concerns about rising memory chip prices. In response to charges regarding the debt burdens on participant countries flowing from the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China’s MOFCOM denies forcing projects on anyone and touts the benefits of its BRI. Development of controversial Chinese development around Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port progresses with selection of planning consultancy. British government and Hitachi agree to begin full-scale negotiations on potential construction of nuclear power plant in Wales after settling on cost sharing. Japan to offer generous loan terms to more businesses in order to reach 2020 target of USD $2.5 billion in infrastructure exports. Philippines authorities in midst of processing four letters of intent from South Korean firms representing potential $4.4 billion in energy investment. Suspicious payments of $2 billion by previous Najib government to China Petroleum Pipeline Bureau under investigation by Malaysian authorities. Indian federal investigators have filed criminal charges against AirAsia India, partly owned by Malaysia’s AirAsia, for “conspiracy” involving bribes to policymakers to change regulations.

MNCs in the News-2016-02-26

China will ban foreign companies, including foreign-invested joint ventures (JVs), from publishing online media, games, and other creative content within China’s borders. Deals involving Chinese companies receive the highest number of Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews for the third straight year. US administration and Congressional sensitivity to Chinese investments in the US reportedly grows. Indian bullet train deal with Japan leads to new construction and parts opportunities for Japanese companies. Violent protests in Rohtak forces Maruti Suzki to suspend its production activities. Korea Industrial Complex Corporation will help Hoa Khanh Industrial Complex develop industrial symbiosis projects. Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism awards integrated casino resort project to U.S. casino operator Mohegan Sun. Indonesia negative list and other policy measures directed at foreign investors draw increasing attention to the country. Indonesia’s Investment Coordinating Board plans to boost foreign investment from Southeast Asia countries, especially Singapore and Malaysia. Indonesia’s cold-storage industry hopes government will act to shape the form and location of FDI in its sector. The Thai Payment Network will issue millions to card to advance government’s national e-payment initiative. Thailand’s Board of Investments will open branches abroad to help Thai companies invest overseas.

MNCs in the News-2015-07-24

China’s utilized foreign direct investment (FDI) in first six months of 2015 increases significantly over the same period in 2014. Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) expects solid FDI inflow results for 2015. China’s move to create incentives for traditional gas-powered hybrids may open opportunities for foreign car companies in China. Chinese outward FDI is on a path to exceed inward FDI. Tsinghua Unicom’s pursuit of Micron raises all kinds of anxieties. Chinese FDI dominates Myanmar investment scene. U.S. Federal Reserve Bank requires China Construction Bank to shape up it anti-money laundering rules. China’s Industrial and Commercial Bank of China promises to help Kenya realize new gains. Japan’s Mitsubishi Materials apologizes for use of slave laborers during Second World War and reports suggest it may offer compensation. Japan Tobacco International faces opposition in Taiwan to massive plan investment proposal. Indonesia remains Southeast Asia’s premier FDI destination, but faces challenges in reaching 2015 targets. Thailand attracts more investment projects in July, but value of investment falls

MNCs in the News-2015-07-17

Food labeling scam smears name of German grocery chain in China. Tsinghua Unigroup Ltd. to bite at US chipmaker Micron Technology. China pursues investment in European Fund for Strategic Investments. Chinese solar firms invest overseas to jump trade barrier walls and diversify. Huawei connects to EU 5G Public Private Partnership. Malaysian Investment Development Authority touts the country’s jump in a Foreign Policy magazine ranking of foreign investment destinations. Malaysian officials encourage Chinese investment in non-construction sector and in building up Malaysia’s internal transportation network. Vietnam holds forum to solicit expect views on foreign investment in the agricultural sector. Vietnamese software firm gains coveted license to run wholly owned telecommunications service operation in Myanmar. Google adjusts name of disputed South China Sea reef in response to Filipino protests.